Blackmagic URSA Studio Viewfinder G2

The Blackmagic URSA Studio Viewfinder G2 is a professional 7" monitoring solution designed to transform your URSA G2 or URSA Mini into a high-performance studio camera. Featuring a crisp 1920 x 1200 TFT LCD screen with an impressive 2000 cd/m² brightness, it ensures clear visibility for operators in both indoor studios and bright outdoor environments. The unit is built for maneuverability, utilizing large side handles and variable tension pivot points that allow for independent pan, tilt, and height adjustments. It mounts easily via a quick-release V-lock bracket and includes a detachable sun hood to eliminate glare during critical viewing.

Technically advanced and highly tactile, the viewfinder connects via a 3G-SDI BNC input and draws power directly from the camera’s 4-pin XLR output. It provides a comprehensive screen interface that displays vital camera metadata, including frame guides, battery levels, shutter speed, and focus peaking. For live production, it features a large LED tally light with customizable camera numbers, ensuring talent and operators stay synchronized. With dedicated rotary dials, knobs, and customizable function buttons, the G2 allows for instant setting adjustments without the need to navigate complex on-screen menus.

Product Features in Detail

High-Brightness 7" Studio Display

The URSA Studio Viewfinder G2 features a large 7-inch TFT LCD with a native resolution of 1920 x 1200. With a staggering 2000 cd/m² brightness, it is designed for maximum visibility in any lighting condition. Whether you are working under harsh studio grids or in direct mid-day sunlight, the screen provides a clear, high-contrast image that allows operators to maintain perfect focus and composition.

Professional Tally Integration

For live broadcast environments, the G2 includes a prominent LED tally light located on the back of the monitor. This light automatically triggers when the camera is on-air, and it comes with customizable transparent Perspex inserts for camera numbers. This ensures that both the camera operator and the talent on screen can easily identify which camera is currently live.

Tactile Rotary Control Dials

Speed is essential in live production, so the G2 is equipped with physical rotary dials and knobs. These controls allow you to adjust brightness, contrast, and focus peaking instantly, or navigate through menus without having to touch the screen. Customizable function buttons also allow you to assign shortcuts to features like zebra, false color, or frame guides for a personalized workflow.

Independent Variable-Tension Pivot

The viewfinder is designed with an articulated mounting system featuring variable tension pivot points. Large side handles allow the operator to tilt, pan, and move the monitor independently of the camera body. This is particularly useful when the camera is mounted on a pedestal or crane, ensuring the operator always has a comfortable viewing angle regardless of the camera's height.

Comprehensive Metadata Overlay

By utilizing the SDI signal from the camera, the viewfinder displays an advanced on-screen status interface. This provides real-time data including camera ID, resolution, frame rate, shutter speed, gain, and white balance. It also overlays critical production tools such as frame guides and battery levels, so the operator never has to look away from the screen to check camera status.

V-Lock Quick Release Mounting

Setting up and striking a studio rig is made faster with the integrated quick-release V-lock bracket. The viewfinder mounts directly onto the top handle of the URSA Mini or URSA G2, locking securely into place in seconds. It is powered via a standard 4-pin XLR connection that plugs directly into the camera’s power output, eliminating the need for external batteries or messy cabling.